What we can do for
Children and Young People / Ko ngā tamariki me ngā Rangatahi
We’re here to help every child in New Zealand have the best start in life and grow up in a safe and happy environment.
As they grow, we can help young people achieve their potential and gain the tools they need to make good decisions for their futures.
How can we help?
Child, Youth and Family
We work with families to ensure children and young people are safe and live in an environment in which they thrive. We provide families with support to raise confident, secure children.
Ministry of Youth Development
We work with government agencies and others to make sure they consider the interests of young people. We can help you find ways to get involved in the world around you and make sure your voice is heard in decisions that affect your future.
Family and Community Services
We help children and young people achieve their potential. Getting involved early in a child's life provides the greatest opportunity to change the life course of children at risk of poor health, low educational achievement and anti-social behaviour.
We also offer support through…
Help for young people make to great start to adult life, offering support with education, training and work.
Changing the way New Zealanders think and act, ‘Family Violence - It’s Not OK’ provides information on family violence and where to go to get help.
A new initiative that aims to ensure quality community providers of services to children and young people have the funding they need.
Advice on what to do if you suspect someone you know is being abused on the Child, Youth and Family website.
You and your family don't have to face life's challenges alone.
Helping families build their resilience and resources so they have the skills and knowledge to manage their own futures well.
